Nicholis Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNIK-oh-lis / ˈnɪk.ə.lɪsGreek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: victory of the people; Latin: people's victory
Historical & Cultural Background
Nicholis is derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, which means 'victory of the people'. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts due to Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop known for his generosity. Over time, variations of the name have emerged across different languages and regions, contributing to its enduring popularity.
Trend Summary
Nicholis has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nicholas
- Nickolas
- Nikolas
International Variants
- Nicolás (Spanish)
- Nicolas (French)
- Nicola (Italian)
- Nikola (Slavic)
Famous people named Nicholis
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nicholis was first seen in the United States in 1955. Nicholis has ranked as high as #1189 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Nicholis has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nicholis (1993)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 22 |
| 1979 | 25 |
| 1980 | 21 |
| 1981 | 22 |
| 1982 | 20 |
| 1983 | 17 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 31 |
| 1986 | 19 |
| 1987 | 30 |
| 1988 | 36 |
| 1989 | 34 |
| 1990 | 38 |
| 1991 | 21 |
| 1992 | 27 |
| 1993 | 23 |
| 1994 | 30 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 30 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |